Have you ever had your water pump play up when you need it most while out in the yard with the hot sun on your back? Quite a scene that’s played out a time or two in Cross Plains water pump servicing. Here’s what we can do about troubleshooting well pumps. Because a well pump isn’t simply pushing water up to your house in a fury of noise. Instead, they are the hidden heroes of the country life, humbly working hard sometimes without any recognition.
Think of the repair guy if you will—a buddy of yours. Pump whisperer of some sort. Over the fence speaking. Maybe that sounds like your ole friend Bob. Bob really helped by advising to inspect your pump regularly. No surprises from your machinery are a good thing!
Picture your pump like a hand-me-down used car. It’s got that hint of old oiled sound. Once it becomes louder than the club scene downtown it’s going to whisper, “Hey take it easy on me.” All small neglect things got away with because they were found like a cut on a tire before it blew out on the highway.
DIY often enough lets you learn the fun part of landing flat on your face. A friend once repaired his well pump with a hammer. It was a bad idea, as expected. May I as well recommend you keep your hands off all possible tools if you aren’t a pro yourself at this.
Here’s the hitch: water quality and how it affects the pump’s performance. Tainted water is going to lead to more tainted work. Filter maintenance is key. Not many ways to pull this one for you, clean those filters! Lisa from around the way changed her screen out and cut her pump energy use in half. “The best thing I ever did for my pump—and my pocketbook!” is what dear Lisa might tell you.
Translating those technical terms into plain English, submersible vs. jet pumps. Submersible plunges underwater, out of sight, out of mind whereas jet is the overachiever that needs to work from above the water line. Helping you pick out equipment when you at least know some fundamental info on them.
When you find the pump’s water supply is down a bit due to less rain, it’s trying to let you know it’s headed for a money pit. Changes in the water levels, like this pump water, can make a difference. It’s almost like watching the clouds to see if there is a storm brewing in the forecast.
Bob, after all these years, will say, “French kiss your pump. It’s a part of the family just like everyone else…the one that hides underground.” Trust in those who are experts. Pumps might just need some milking every once in a while and they’re back in tip-top shape like the old days.